Director, Application Marketing
Infineon Technologies
Job Summary
As a Director, Application Marketing on our Customer Collaboration and Technical Marketing team, you will develop and execute marketing strategies for Connected HMI solutions, presenting market insights to executives and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role involves market research, building customer relationships, and creating marketing content to drive awareness and revenue. Success requires 10+ years in microcontroller/wireless SoC or application marketing, deep understanding of IoT, Edge AI, and wireless connectivity, strong marketing, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills, and a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
Must Have
- Develop and execute marketing strategies for Connected HMI solutions.
- Present application and system reviews to the executive team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product marketing/management, R&D and sales.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges.
- Build and maintain relationships with key customers, partners, and industry influencers.
- Develop and deliver marketing content including solution launches, product collateral, trade show appearances, and social media campaigns.
- Analyze market data and customer feedback to inform product development and marketing strategies.
- Track industry trends and developments, including emerging technologies and competitor activity.
- Travel domestically and internationally to global sites and key customers worldwide.
- 10+ years of experience in microcontroller/wireless SoC products or application marketing with strong engineering interactions.
- A deep understanding of the IoT, Edge AI, and wireless connectivity industries.
- Proven experience in marketing, with a focus on developing and executing innovative marketing strategies that drive business growth.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- Proven ability to increase awareness, adoption, and revenue growth for technology solutions.
- Creative problem-solver with a system-oriented approach to marketing solutions.
- Strategic thinker with comprehensive market understanding and planning skills.
- Ability to clearly communicate the value proposition of IoT, Edge AI, and wireless connectivity solutions.
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience.
Good to Have
- Experience or knowledge in Smart Home, Home Appliances, or PC Peripherals is a plus.
- Familiarity with wireless protocols/standards such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Thread, or Matter is an advantage.
- MBA is preferred.
Perks & Benefits
- Career development & learning: About 17,000 free LinkedIn Learning courses in 10 languages, Mentoring & Coaching programs, Global Onboarding process as well as Virtual & f2f trainings
- Time & flexibility: Flexible working hours & part-time work, Mobile work (specifications based on job profile and local requirements), Remote work from abroad / Workation (EU), Sabbatical (EU)
- Health & wellbeing: Health activities & programs, Health & Well-being LinkedIn Learning Journey,Health & Well-being Community
- Your working environment: Employee events, Open & global community e.g. cross-site exchange through the virtuality of all meetings, Open office spaces
- Rewards & benefits: Fair and transparent remuneration, Success participation,Performance-related recognition, customised benefit packages
Job Description
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#WeAreIn for jobs that impact everyone's life. Bridging needs with innovation - where customer challenges become our next big idea. As a Director, Application Marketing on our Customer Collaboration and Technical Marketing team work hand-in-hand with our customers, enabling them to transform our products into cutting-edge designs, all while building long lasting partnerships that thrive on success.
Your Role
Key responsibilities in your new role:
- Develop and execute marketing strategies in collaboration with system engineers to drive awareness, adoption, and revenue growth for Connected HMI solutions and associated applications
- Present application and system reviews to the executive team, providing insights and recommendations on market trends, customer needs, and business opportunities to inform strategic decision-making
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product marketing/management, R&D and sales, to develop and launch new Connected HMI system solutions
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges in the Connected HMI market
- Build and maintain relationships with key customers, partners, and industry influencers to drive business growth and thought leadership
- Develop and deliver marketing content, including solution launches, product collateral, trade show appearances, and social media campaigns, to help position our team as thought leaders in the industry
- Analyze market data and customer feedback to inform product development and marketing strategies
- Track industry trends and developments, including emerging technologies and competitor activity, to stay ahead of competition
- Travel domestically and internationally to our global sites and key customers worldwide, including but not limited to North America, Europe, and Asia (accommodations for travel needs can be arranged where possible)
- At Infineon Technologies, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We value varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences as key contributors to our collaborative success
Your Profile
Qualifications and skills to help you succeed:
- 10+ years of experience in microcontroller/wireless SoC products or application marketing with strong engineering interactions
- A deep understanding of the IoT, Edge AI, and wireless connectivity industries, including the latest trends, technologies, and applications
- Proven experience in marketing, with a focus on developing and executing innovative marketing strategies that drive business growth
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Proven ability to increase awareness, adoption, and revenue growth for technology solutions, with a focus on IoT, Edge AI, and wireless connectivity
- Creative problem-solver with a system-oriented approach to marketing solutions
- Strategic thinker with comprehensive market understanding and planning skills
- Ability to clearly communicate the value proposition of IoT, Edge AI, and wireless connectivity solutions to diverse audiences
- Experience or knowledge in Smart Home, Home Appliances, or PC Peripherals is a plus
- Familiarity with wireless protocols/standards such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Thread, or Matter is an advantage
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience. MBA is preferred
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Austin, TX
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